Our Services: Clinical Services

Addiction Services

The Addiction Services offer the following programs & services to assist people aged 18 years and older who have co-occurring alcohol & other drug & mental health problems. The aim is to assist them to reduce & stop their alcohol & other drug problem.

Assessment Service

This one-on-one service takes place over 2 to 3 sessions & assists people in finding & accessing the most appropriate support to change their alcohol & other drug use.

Withdrawal Service

Assistance with alcohol & other drug withdrawal, either as an inpatient or outpatient is offered for people wishing to start the day program.

Preparation

This one-on-one service aims to assist people who are not yet ready to attend the day programs & would benefit from individual preparatory work.

Addiction Rehabilitation Day Program

This group program offers education, therapy & support. The focus is to stop alcohol & other drug abuse & dependence using an integrated model, including cognitive behavioural therapy; it is a 2 day a week, 8 week program.

It is an intensive program, which includes:

• Psychoeducation about drug use, dependence & change
• Strengthening motivation to change
• Coping with cravings
• Managing triggers of lapse & relapse
• Managing depression & anxiety
• Assertiveness
• Lifestyle balance
• Relaxation

Making a referral

For more information contact the Intake Manager on (03) 9256 8322 or the Program Co-Ordinator on 03 9256 8326

Private health insurance is strongly recommended.